CPSC2007-01-22
DS Waters of America Inc. Recalls Water Coolers for Fire Hazard
DS Waters of America Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Hazard
A water leak inside the water cooler can create an electrical arc, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water coolers, unplug them and call DS Waters for a replacement water cooler at no additional cost.
Sold at
DS Waters distributed the recalled Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers through direct sales nationwide from April 2004 to August 2006 for about $220.
Affected count
About 8,700
Injuries reported
DS Waters has received 20 reports of the water cooler making either a crackling noise or catching on fire, including five reports of property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Canada
Products
Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers
Consumer contact
For more information, call DS Waters at (800) 480-1434 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.water.com/ContactRecall
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/DS-Waters-of-America-Inc-Recalls-Water-Coolers-for-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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